What are the main factors that influence a Technical Customer Support Specialist III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Technical Customer Support Specialist III?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Technical Customer Support Specialist III roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Technical Customer Support Specialist 's salary?

A Technical Customer Support Specialist 's salary grows with experience: a Technical Customer Support Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $65,389, a Technical Customer Support Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $75,343, a Technical Customer Support Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $88,472, a Technical Customer Support Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $111,767, a Technical Customer Support Team Leader (7+ years)earns $79,451,

What are the highest paying states for a Technical Customer Support Specialist III?

Technical Customer Support Specialist III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Customer Support Specialist III roles are District of Columbia $94,480, California $94,121, Massachusetts $92,867. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technical Customer Support Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Technical Customer Support Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Technical Customer Support Director: $167,240; Technical Customer Support Manager: $111,686; Technical Customer Support Specialist IV: $107,800; Technical Sales Support Specialist III: $105,665; Technical Customer Support Supervisor: $90,293.

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Technical Customer Support Specialist III Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Technical Customer Support Specialist III make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Customer Support Specialist III in Rhode Island is $88,472 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Technical Customer Support Specialist III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,299
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,704 to $94,663
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,347

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Technical Customer Support Specialist III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,663	$7,889	$1,820	$46
Average	$88,472	$7,373	$1,701	$43
25th Percentile	$72,704	$6,059	$1,398	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Customer Support Specialist III Salaries

A Technical Customer Support Specialist III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Technical Customer Support Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Customer Support Specialist III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Technical Customer Support Specialist I (0-2 years): $65,389
Technical Customer Support Specialist II (2-4 years): $75,343
Technical Customer Support Specialist III (4-7 years): $88,472
Technical Customer Support Specialist IV (7+ years): $111,767
Technical Customer Support Team Leader (7+ years): $79,451

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Technical Customer Support Specialist I	0-2 years	$65,389
Technical Customer Support Specialist II	2-4 years	$75,343
Technical Customer Support Specialist III	4-7 years	$88,472
Technical Customer Support Specialist IV	7+ years	$111,767
Technical Customer Support Team Leader	7+ years	$79,451

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How Do Technical Customer Support Specialist III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Technical Customer Support Specialist IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $94,480.
California: $94,121.
Massachusetts: $92,867.

District of Columbia $94,480 California $94,121 Massachusetts $92,867 Washington $92,525 New Jersey $92,491 Alaska $92,372 Connecticut $91,194 New York $90,716

Hawaii $89,189 Rhode Island $88,472 Maryland $87,986 Minnesota $87,320 Colorado $87,064 Illinois $86,979 Oregon $86,655 Delaware $86,416

New Hampshire $86,266 Virginia $85,929 Pennsylvania $84,948 Nevada $84,453 North Dakota $84,291 Michigan $84,035 Wisconsin $83,941 Vermont $83,753

Texas $83,233 Maine $83,199 Arizona $83,148 Ohio $83,088 Georgia $82,303 Indiana $81,910 Wyoming $81,833 Utah $81,714

Iowa $81,663 Kansas $81,253 Louisiana $81,134 North Carolina $81,091 Missouri $81,074 Florida $80,741 Montana $80,562 Nebraska $80,391

Kentucky $80,297 South Carolina $79,956 Tennessee $79,743 Idaho $79,657 New Mexico $79,034 Oklahoma $78,898 Alabama $78,395 South Dakota $77,550

Arkansas $77,089 West Virginia $76,841 Mississippi $76,099

Top Paying Cities for Technical Customer Support Specialist IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $89,578
Albion: $88,821
Ashaway: $89,408

Adamsville, RI $89,578 Albion, RI $88,821 Ashaway, RI $89,408 Barrington, RI $88,587 Block Island, RI $89,081 Bradford, RI $89,355 Bristol, RI $88,929 Carolina, RI $89,207

Charlestown, RI $89,239 Chepachet, RI $89,062 Clayville, RI $88,814 Coventry, RI $88,818 West Greenwich, RI $89,063 East Greenwich, RI $88,758 Exeter, RI $89,038 Fiskeville, RI $88,586

Forestdale, RI $89,268 Foster, RI $89,015 Glendale, RI $89,275 Greene, RI $89,132 Greenville, RI $88,620 Harmony, RI $88,734 Harrisville, RI $89,237 Hope, RI $88,641

Hope Valley, RI $89,330 Hopkinton, RI $89,448 Jamestown, RI $89,149 Kenyon, RI $89,196 Little Compton, RI $89,564 Manville, RI $88,938 Mapleville, RI $89,079 Newport, RI $89,238

Middletown, RI $89,278 North Kingstown, RI $88,911 North Scituate, RI $88,735 Oakland, RI $89,175 Pascoag, RI $89,296 Pawtucket, RI $88,455 Central Falls, RI $88,494 Cumberland, RI $88,997

Lincoln, RI $88,583 Portsmouth, RI $89,229 Prudence Island, RI $89,046 Rockville, RI $89,434 Saunderstown, RI $89,095 Shannock, RI $89,201 Slatersville, RI $89,269 Slocum, RI $89,093

Tiverton, RI $89,500 Wakefield, RI $89,171 Kingston, RI $89,137 Narragansett, RI $89,196 Peace Dale, RI $89,160 Warren, RI $88,816 Warwick, RI $88,569 Westerly, RI $89,430

West Kingston, RI $89,165 West Warwick, RI $88,677 Wood River Junction, RI $89,292 Woonsocket, RI $89,273 North Smithfield, RI $89,070 Wyoming, RI $89,201 Providence, RI $88,430 Cranston, RI $88,441

North Providence, RI $88,452 East Providence, RI $88,436 Riverside, RI $88,464 Rumford, RI $88,451 Smithfield, RI $88,630 Johnston, RI $88,482

Technical Customer Support Specialist III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Technical Customer Support Specialist III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $98,955. While startup companies pay approximate $83,687.

Technical Customer Support Specialist III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$83,687
Growth Stage	51~500	$88,512
Established	501~5000	$95,560
Enterprise	5000+	$98,955

Technical Customer Support Specialist III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Technical Customer Support Specialist III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Technical Customer Support Specialist positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technical Customer Support Specialist III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Technical Customer Support Specialist III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$123,861	$60.0	40%
Software & Networking	$115,014	$55.0	30%
Internet	$110,590	$53.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$106,167	$51.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$106,167	$51.0	20%

Technical Customer Support Specialist III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Customer Support Specialist III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$72,704

Average $88,472/year

$94,663

$6,059

Average $7,373/month

$7,889

$1,398

Average $1,701/week

$1,820

$35

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,663	$7,889	$1,820	$46
Average	$88,472	$7,373	$1,701	$43
25th Percentile	$72,704	$6,059	$1,398	$35

Technical Customer Support Specialist III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Technical Customer Support Specialist III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Technical Customer Support Specialist IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $111,767 - a projected growth of 26% over your current level.

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